Amid sanctions, Russian winemakers are boosting production and quality, claiming world-class potential. But does the taste match the ambition? Our exclusive blind test in Moscow reveals the verdict.
Experts condemn Donald Trump's push to seize Venezuelan oil as part of a broader 'resource imperialism' doctrine, drawing stark parallels with the Iraq war. Read the full analysis.
Two police officers and a civilian are killed in a Moscow car bombing. The incident follows the assassination of a Russian general in a similar attack earlier this week.
Passengers on a Ryanair flight from Edinburgh to Faro had a 'scary' experience after the aircraft's wing tip struck a fuel tanker on the tarmac. Read the full details of the incident and evacuation.
US forces are chasing a sanctioned 'ghost ship' near Venezuela, aiming to seize it. This marks the third such incident this month following Trump's blockade order. Read the latest developments.
Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov was killed by a car bomb in Moscow. Russian investigators are probing potential Ukrainian intelligence involvement. Read the latest details.
US officials confirm an 'active pursuit' of a third sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, escalating tensions with Maduro's government. Read the latest on the Caribbean naval crisis.
US Coast Guard tracks another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, escalating tensions. Trump's 'blockade' and military moves threaten regional stability and oil prices. Read the latest.
Ukraine's GUR releases intercepted radio message where Russian soldiers in Zaporizhzhia discuss cannibalism amid severe ration shortages. Kyiv offers troops food if they surrender.
US Coast Guard, backed by the Department of War, has intercepted a second vessel near Venezuela. The pre-dawn operation follows a similar seizure earlier in December. Read the full report.
Ukraine's unprecedented drone strike on a Russian oil tanker highlights the explosive growth of the sanctions-busting 'shadow fleet' and rising fears of military confrontation. Read the full analysis.
US forces intercept another Venezuelan oil tanker near its coast. President Trump escalates pressure on Maduro, refusing to rule out military conflict. Read the latest developments.
The US has seized another oil tanker near Venezuela, prompting a stark warning from Brazil's President Lula against armed intervention. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
The US has seized another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, prompting a stark warning from Brazil's President Lula against armed intervention. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
American forces have seized a second sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela as part of a major naval build-up. President Trump announces a total blockade. Read the latest.
US military operations intensify off Venezuela with a second vessel seized. Trump maintains 'blockade' threat and refuses to rule out war with Maduro regime. Full details.
Ukrainian intelligence sources confirm a drone strike on the Russian tanker Qendil, part of a 'shadow fleet' evading sanctions. President Putin vows retaliation. Read the latest.
A major investigation reveals Russia's escalating 'hybrid war' in Europe, with 145 acts of sabotage from arson to cyber attacks. Experts warn the threat is growing. Read the full report.
European intelligence agencies reveal a Russian GRU campaign intimidating Belgian politicians and finance bosses to block the use of €185bn in frozen assets for Ukraine. Exclusive details.
First Nations in British Columbia fear a proposed oil pipeline and lifted tanker ban could lead to a devastating spill, echoing a 2016 diesel disaster that still scars their community and ecosystem. Read their urgent warning.
A 149,000-tonne Russian shadow fleet tanker, crippled by a Ukrainian drone, drifts into NATO's Black Sea waters near Bulgaria. Crew evacuation stalled by brutal winter storms.
Nathan Gill, ex-Reform UK Wales leader, sentenced to 10.5 years for taking Russian bribes to spread pro-Kremlin propaganda. Read the full investigation details.
Defence Secretary John Healey issues a direct warning after a Russian spy ship is spotted off Scotland. Plus, a potential secret US-Russia Ukraine peace plan and the AI threat to authors.
Former MI6 chief warns Royal Navy could take aggressive action against Russian spy ship Yantar after lasers targeted RAF pilots near Scottish waters. Read the latest developments.
At least 26 people died in Russian missile strikes on Ternopil as reports surface of US-drafted peace plan requiring Ukrainian concessions. Read the latest developments.
UK Defence Secretary warns of 'military options ready' as Russian spy ship Yantar operates near Scotland. Russia accuses Britain of 'militaristic hysteria' in escalating tensions.
UK Defence Secretary warns of 'military options ready' as Russian spy ship Yantar operates near Scotland. Russia denies claims, calling British statements 'provocative'.
At least 25 people died in a heavy Russian missile attack on residential buildings in Ternopil. Zelenskiy urges allies for more air defence support to end the war.
Ukraine requires over €70bn in financial assistance as EU leaders debate using frozen Russian assets. With US support withdrawn, Europe must act to prevent Kyiv's financial collapse.
Russia's covert vessel Yantar, equipped with lasers and cable-cutting gear, is mapping the West's vulnerable undersea infrastructure. Discover the risks to our economy.